1994 Ford Orion vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1994 Ford Orion is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Orion (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Delta weights approximately 40 kg more than 1994 Ford Orion.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Lancia Delta (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Orion | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Orion | Delta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
